first-line medication

a drug that is the first choice for treating a particular condition because it is considered a very effective treatment for that condition with the least likelihood of causing side effects. A first-line medication may be a class of drugs (e.g., SSRIs for depression) as well as a single drug.

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December 18th 2024

concinnity

n. the quality of an artistic design that features a harmonious arrangement of the various parts to each other as well as to the whole design.